Sightseeing Cruises

Combo (Save 6%): Rhine Valley Castles & Palaces Boat Tour + Koblenz Cable Car Round-Trip Tickets

Gilles boat cruising past a historic building on the Middle Rhine Valley Castles & Palaces Boat Tour.

Gilles boat cruising along the Middle Rhine Valley with terraced vineyards in the background.

Koblenz Cable Car over the Rhine River in Germany.

Guests enjoying the Koblenz skyline from a skyglide cabin.

Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

4.6/5(215)

Stelzmann J

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

It wasn’t my first boat trip on the Rhine, but it was my best one. It started with the fact that, as a person with a disability using a wheelchair, I was allowed to board first. Throughout the trip, the service provided by the staff at BNord was very friendly and attentive. The coffee and cake were delicious (the cake tasted just like Mom used to make). The commentary on the sights on both sides was well-presented. All in all, an impressive trip.

Stephan B

Couple

Verified booking

Yesterday

The family-run Gilles company operates a very neat and clean boat, which we took for a ride. The staff were always very friendly and, despite the large number of guests, served us very quickly. Great!!! The prices are also very reasonable. We really enjoyed it and can highly recommend the Gilles boat tours. We look forward to seeing you next time! Thank you so much!!

Umstädter G

Group

Verified booking

Yesterday

The boat was well-maintained, and finally, a good sound system—the crew’s announcements were very clear. The waitresses were on top of things and very friendly. Really great! Everything was perfect—thanks for the wonderful two hours.

Isabella C

Group

Verified booking

6 days ago

Everything went perfectly; the staff were very helpful and friendly. The kids had a lot of fun. The cake and tarte flambée were delicious, and the prices were reasonable.

Petra O

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

The ride was wonderful! The team was super friendly, the commentary was excellent and easy to hear over the loudspeakers, and the views were spectacular. A truly wonderful outing!

Anja L

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

Everything was excellent. The service was top-notch. The interior was air-conditioned and the windows were really clean. Everything was very easy to understand inside, though not so much outside because of other noisy passengers. But that’s not the shipping company’s fault. It was a great experience, and they even brought an extra water bowl for the dog! The prices on board were totally reasonable—I really can’t complain. I highly recommend it.

Pair two Koblenz's experiences with one combo — a cable car ride above the Rhine and Moselle, plus a 2-hour boat cruise through the UNESCO-listed Middle Rhine Valley.

Ride the Koblenz Cable Car in panoramic cabins across both rivers, with barrier-free access throughout. The round-trip gives you sweeping aerial views of the Rhine, the Moselle, and the rooftops of Koblenz below.

Next, spend 2 hours sailing through the Middle Rhine Valley, one of Germany's most celebrated UNESCO World Heritage stretches.

Pass castles, riverside villages, and centuries-old palaces as the landscape unfolds slowly from the water, then watch the Rhine and Moselle rivers converge at the Deutsches Eck.

Koblenz Cable Car

Round-trip cable car ride

Access to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress park, observation desk, playground & golf course

Middle Rhine Valley Castles & Palaces Boat Tour

2-hour boat tour of the Middle Rhine Valley

Koblenz Cable Car

Entry to the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress

Middle Rhine Valley Castles & Palaces Boat Tour

Food and beverages (at your own expense)

Entry to historical sites and the wine village

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Claudia P
Group
Verified booking
6 days ago
Dear Sir or Madam, I booked online and was informed on site that if I had booked in person, I would have received a discount for two out of four people based on my valid disability cards with GdB ratings of 50 and 80, respectively. I was unable to claim this discount online. Is it possible to receive a refund? Best regards, Claudia Peters Otherwise, the ship, the crew, and the tour were simply fantastic and absolutely wonderful; I would definitely do it again...
Stelzmann J
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
It wasn’t my first boat trip on the Rhine, but it was my best one. It started with the fact that, as a person with a disability using a wheelchair, I was allowed to board first. Throughout the trip, the service provided by the staff at BNord was very friendly and attentive. The coffee and cake were delicious (the cake tasted just like Mom used to make). The commentary on the sights on both sides was well-presented. All in all, an impressive trip.
Stephan B
Couple
Verified booking
Yesterday
The family-run Gilles company operates a very neat and clean boat, which we took for a ride. The staff were always very friendly and, despite the large number of guests, served us very quickly. Great!!! The prices are also very reasonable. We really enjoyed it and can highly recommend the Gilles boat tours. We look forward to seeing you next time! Thank you so much!!
Umstädter G
Group
Verified booking
Yesterday
The boat was well-maintained, and finally, a good sound system—the crew’s announcements were very clear. The waitresses were on top of things and very friendly. Really great! Everything was perfect—thanks for the wonderful two hours.
Isabella C
Group
Verified booking
6 days ago
Everything went perfectly; the staff were very helpful and friendly. The kids had a lot of fun. The cake and tarte flambée were delicious, and the prices were reasonable.

See Koblenz from above and cruise past castles on the Rhine, all with one convenient combo ticket.

Koblenz Cable Car

Getting started

Arrive at the Seilbahn Koblenz valley station on Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer. Show your mobile ticket at the entrance and head straight to the boarding area. Cabins are barrier-free, making entry smooth for all visitors.

What to expect

The Koblenz Cable Car is Germany’s first cross-river gondola and a highlight of the Upper Middle Rhine Valley UNESCO site.

Features:

Round-trip ride in panoramic cabins with views of Koblenz, the Rhine, and Moselle.

Glide above vineyards, bridges, and rooftops on your way to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress.

Access Festungspark at the summit with viewing platforms, a children’s playground, and adventure golf.

Bring a bike or dog along with a valid ticket for added flexibility.

Middle Rhine Valley Castles & Palaces Boat Tour

Getting started

Board your boat at the designated pier along the Rhine. Present your ticket at the entry point before stepping on board. Seating is first-come, so arrive early for the best river views.

What to expect

The Middle Rhine Valley Boat Tour is a scenic 2-hour cruise through a UNESCO-listed landscape of castles, chapels, and villages.

Features:

Sail past Stolzenfels and Lahneck Castles, perched above the river.

Admire the 18th century Electoral Palace, still a Koblenz landmark.

Spot the All Saints Chapel and St John’s Monastery along the riverbank.

Watch the Rhine and Moselle converge at the iconic Deutsches Eck.

Relax on board with uninterrupted views of the valley’s steep vineyards and medieval towers.

Accessibility

Koblenz Cable Car

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Middle Rhine Valley Castles & Palaces Boat Tour

This boat trip is wheelchair/stroller accessible.

Guide dogs are allowed on the trip.

Additional information

Koblenz Cable Car

Operating times can be adjusted in case of unforeseen events.

Middle Rhine Valley Castles & Palaces Boat Tour

Tip: When you sail down the Rhine, be on the lookout for small vineyards on terraces of houses overlooking the river!

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